Family Therapy in Ann Arbor, MI
I am skilled in individual and family therapy.
I believe in utilizing a strengths based and person centered approach. I believe in meeting you where you are and supporting you in developing your own goals for the course of treatment. Whether your areas of need are depression, anxiety, self-harm, or eating disorders I am here to support and empower you in overcoming these challenges.
I am skilled in individual and family therapy.
I believe in utilizing a strengths based and person centered approach. I believe in meeting you where you are and supporting you in developing your own goals for the course of treatment. Whether your areas of need are depression, anxiety, self-harm, or eating disorders I am here to support and empower you in overcoming these challenges.
Michelle Sherman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48103 (Online Only)
Earning your trust and creating a safe therapeutic relationship are very important to me. My practice includes helping individuals through loss, anxiety, relationship challenges, family conflict, parenting, divorce, life transitions and general life stress. I have extensive experience helping families managing the added pressures of raising a child with special needs and navigating the educational system ( IEP's, 504 plans) . Clients engaging in therapy will guide the sessions in terms of of what they'd like to bring up and will be met with an approach that encourages progress toward goals with varying methodologies and strategies
Earning your trust and creating a safe therapeutic relationship are very important to me. My practice includes helping individuals through loss, anxiety, relationship challenges, family conflict, parenting, divorce, life transitions and general life stress. I have extensive experience helping families managing the added pressures of raising a child with special needs and navigating the educational system ( IEP's, 504 plans) . Clients engaging in therapy will guide the sessions in terms of of what they'd like to bring up and will be met with an approach that encourages progress toward goals with varying methodologies and strategies
Ari Levy-Hussen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, PhD
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Not accepting new clients
Areas of practice: healthcare worker burnout and stress; grief/loss; death/dying; anxiety/depression; relational and family issues; acute/chronic health concerns; family violence/intimate partner violence; life transitions; minority stress related to racial/ethnic, religious, sexual, and/or gender identity and disability status.
I am a Faculty/Staff Counselor at Michigan Medicine and ONLY see active Michigan Medicine employees through the Office of Counseling and Workplace Resilience (OCWR). Please direct all appointment queries to the OCWR. I work with MM employees across the lifespan and practice within a multicultural, humanistic framework that privileges cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal, mindfulness, and ACT-based interventions. My clinical approach positions meaning and values as core orientations in navigating life's hardships, as I believe times of difficulty may function as moments for profound connection, transformation, and hope.
Areas of practice: healthcare worker burnout and stress; grief/loss; death/dying; anxiety/depression; relational and family issues; acute/chronic health concerns; family violence/intimate partner violence; life transitions; minority stress related to racial/ethnic, religious, sexual, and/or gender identity and disability status.
I am a Faculty/Staff Counselor at Michigan Medicine and ONLY see active Michigan Medicine employees through the Office of Counseling and Workplace Resilience (OCWR). Please direct all appointment queries to the OCWR. I work with MM employees across the lifespan and practice within a multicultural, humanistic framework that privileges cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal, mindfulness, and ACT-based interventions. My clinical approach positions meaning and values as core orientations in navigating life's hardships, as I believe times of difficulty may function as moments for profound connection, transformation, and hope.
My work is short term and solution focused. I draw on several therapeutic approaches, depending on the nature of the problem, including behavior therapy, family therapy and strategic therapy. I have a diverse background from 50 years of experience in the treatment of children, adolescents, and adults. I am expert in a number of psychotherapeutic approaches, including short-term solution-focused therapy, cognitive-behavior therapy, family-systems therapy, and psychoanalytic therapy. I developed an evidence-based wellness program with a positive psychology emphasis at the Ann Arbor VA Hospital.
My work is short term and solution focused. I draw on several therapeutic approaches, depending on the nature of the problem, including behavior therapy, family therapy and strategic therapy. I have a diverse background from 50 years of experience in the treatment of children, adolescents, and adults. I am expert in a number of psychotherapeutic approaches, including short-term solution-focused therapy, cognitive-behavior therapy, family-systems therapy, and psychoanalytic therapy. I developed an evidence-based wellness program with a positive psychology emphasis at the Ann Arbor VA Hospital.
Emily Hyssong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (Online Only)
Currently accepting new clients. Hi, I’m Emily! I am a clinical social worker and have been practicing for over ten years. I provide individual therapy to adults and have significant experience working with graduate and undergraduate college students and young professionals. Whether this is your first time looking for a therapist or you’re trying again, I believe it is profoundly brave to ask for help. My clinical work focuses on identity development, life transitions and adjustment, relationship difficulties including family of origin and parent/child, trauma, eating and body image issues, perfectionism, anxiety and depression.
Currently accepting new clients. Hi, I’m Emily! I am a clinical social worker and have been practicing for over ten years. I provide individual therapy to adults and have significant experience working with graduate and undergraduate college students and young professionals. Whether this is your first time looking for a therapist or you’re trying again, I believe it is profoundly brave to ask for help. My clinical work focuses on identity development, life transitions and adjustment, relationship difficulties including family of origin and parent/child, trauma, eating and body image issues, perfectionism, anxiety and depression.
I incorporate several techniques through CBT, Motivational Interviewing, DBT, Family Systems, Solution Focused and Strength Based therapies to look at each individual as a whole.
Life can be hard at times, and often very unpredictable. We may find ourselves not equipped with the tools we need to process all of life's challenges, or we may just need safe space to talk through the issues that arise. I believe in creating a collaborative space where my clients feel safe, secure and not judged to explore areas and skills to help you live your best life.
I incorporate several techniques through CBT, Motivational Interviewing, DBT, Family Systems, Solution Focused and Strength Based therapies to look at each individual as a whole.
Life can be hard at times, and often very unpredictable. We may find ourselves not equipped with the tools we need to process all of life's challenges, or we may just need safe space to talk through the issues that arise. I believe in creating a collaborative space where my clients feel safe, secure and not judged to explore areas and skills to help you live your best life.
Hello! I’m Kayla Ineich, and I’m here to support children, families, and individuals on their unique journeys. I believe in personalized care and work closely with you to create a treatment plan that fits your needs. I specialize in anxiety, depression, childhood issues, relationship dynamics, self-esteem, new parenting challenges, trauma, children of addicts, family conflicts, life transitions, and child and adolescent therapy. My approach is warm, empathetic, and collaborative, emphasizing respect and compassion.
Hello! I’m Kayla Ineich, and I’m here to support children, families, and individuals on their unique journeys. I believe in personalized care and work closely with you to create a treatment plan that fits your needs. I specialize in anxiety, depression, childhood issues, relationship dynamics, self-esteem, new parenting challenges, trauma, children of addicts, family conflicts, life transitions, and child and adolescent therapy. My approach is warm, empathetic, and collaborative, emphasizing respect and compassion.
Ann Arbor Behavioral Health Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
At Ann Arbor Behavioral Health Associates, our goal is to enhance the lives of every individual and family we serve through the highest quality of mental and behavioral health care. We highly value ongoing continuing education and training so that we can provide the best ethical, evidenced-based support for our clients. As reach person's needs are different, we tailor our approaches for each client to best help them to achieve their goals.
At Ann Arbor Behavioral Health Associates, our goal is to enhance the lives of every individual and family we serve through the highest quality of mental and behavioral health care. We highly value ongoing continuing education and training so that we can provide the best ethical, evidenced-based support for our clients. As reach person's needs are different, we tailor our approaches for each client to best help them to achieve their goals.
Keri T. Ellis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Not accepting new clients
I look at this process as an opportunity for you to find balance, increase happiness with self and your relationships, and identify options for reducing pain from past and current experiences. I provide individual, couple, and family psychotherapy. Our therapy sessions involve an eclectic approach using several counseling theories, primarily cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and person-centered. I specialize in Anxiety related disorders, Mood disorders, and Traumatic Brain Injury; though I have experience with a multitude of other areas in psychology.
I look at this process as an opportunity for you to find balance, increase happiness with self and your relationships, and identify options for reducing pain from past and current experiences. I provide individual, couple, and family psychotherapy. Our therapy sessions involve an eclectic approach using several counseling theories, primarily cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and person-centered. I specialize in Anxiety related disorders, Mood disorders, and Traumatic Brain Injury; though I have experience with a multitude of other areas in psychology.
Shani Horn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (Online Only)
I was born into a family in which each person is from a different country.
Welcome! I specialize in trauma recovery and navigating relationship challenges across all aspects of our lives. I place strong emphasis on acquiring skills to manage anxiety and depression, chronic illness, substance use recovery, grief and/or loss, and on making critical transitions that ensure safety, growth and holistic wellbeing. I have extensive experience engaging with teens and young people and am a skilled restorative dialogue facilitator, helping individuals and families hold space for conversations around challenging topics.
I was born into a family in which each person is from a different country.
Welcome! I specialize in trauma recovery and navigating relationship challenges across all aspects of our lives. I place strong emphasis on acquiring skills to manage anxiety and depression, chronic illness, substance use recovery, grief and/or loss, and on making critical transitions that ensure safety, growth and holistic wellbeing. I have extensive experience engaging with teens and young people and am a skilled restorative dialogue facilitator, helping individuals and families hold space for conversations around challenging topics.
Note: current availability is limited to daytime appointments - Welcome! I’m Lio, a therapist at the Mala Child & Family Institute. I’m dedicated to empowering teens and young adults as they navigate LGBTQ+ identity, disability, Autism (including PDA and high-masking profiles), ADHD, and anxiety. As a neurodivergent and queer adult, I know that these experiences are often misunderstood and encounter a range of barriers. I also understand the impact that a safe environment can have on the development of self-worth, self-advocacy, and self-compassion.
Note: current availability is limited to daytime appointments - Welcome! I’m Lio, a therapist at the Mala Child & Family Institute. I’m dedicated to empowering teens and young adults as they navigate LGBTQ+ identity, disability, Autism (including PDA and high-masking profiles), ADHD, and anxiety. As a neurodivergent and queer adult, I know that these experiences are often misunderstood and encounter a range of barriers. I also understand the impact that a safe environment can have on the development of self-worth, self-advocacy, and self-compassion.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48105 (Online Only)
I am certified in Internal Family Systems which is a non-pathologizing therapeutic modality that focuses on personal growth and healing.
As the Greek Philosopher, Heraclitus, stated, "The only constant in life is change." We all experience transitions in life, but we do not need to go through them alone. Similar to hiring an architect when building a house, or a personal trainer when working on fitness goals, my role is to assist you in navigating your way through the twists and turns of life's transitions.
I am certified in Internal Family Systems which is a non-pathologizing therapeutic modality that focuses on personal growth and healing.
As the Greek Philosopher, Heraclitus, stated, "The only constant in life is change." We all experience transitions in life, but we do not need to go through them alone. Similar to hiring an architect when building a house, or a personal trainer when working on fitness goals, my role is to assist you in navigating your way through the twists and turns of life's transitions.
Alexis Hart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48103 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with teens and adults with eating disorders (Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder, and general disordered eating). I offer both assessment (helping you figure out if you or your loved has an issue with food) and treatment (helping you or your loved one get well) I offer both individual and family sessions. More simply said, my goal is to empower clients to live life on their terms, not an eating disorder’s terms.
I specialize in working with teens and adults with eating disorders (Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder, and general disordered eating). I offer both assessment (helping you figure out if you or your loved has an issue with food) and treatment (helping you or your loved one get well) I offer both individual and family sessions. More simply said, my goal is to empower clients to live life on their terms, not an eating disorder’s terms.
Sara F Stein Phd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMSW, RYT
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
I use Internal Family Systems (parts work), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Trauma Informed Stabilization, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as primary therapeutic modalities, while also incorporating many others.
I focus on the treatment of trauma using a mind-body and mindfulness framework and work from the understanding that our life experiences are stored in the body. It’s important to pay attention not only to our thoughts and emotions, but also to the clues our body gives us. My goal is to help clients create their own sense of safety, enhance relationship to self, and to move towards a space of presence and increased well-being. I also offer consultation to clinicians hoping to deepen their understanding of parts work using a trauma-informed perspective.
I use Internal Family Systems (parts work), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Trauma Informed Stabilization, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as primary therapeutic modalities, while also incorporating many others.
I focus on the treatment of trauma using a mind-body and mindfulness framework and work from the understanding that our life experiences are stored in the body. It’s important to pay attention not only to our thoughts and emotions, but also to the clues our body gives us. My goal is to help clients create their own sense of safety, enhance relationship to self, and to move towards a space of presence and increased well-being. I also offer consultation to clinicians hoping to deepen their understanding of parts work using a trauma-informed perspective.
Katie Sawchuk
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Waitlist for new clients
Throughout my career, it has been my passion to support families with identifying strengths, addressing challenges, building family cohesion through communication, compassion, and family values.
Located in Ann Arbor, I provide individual and family therapy, psychological testing and consultation services to children, adolescents, young adults and families to help them find direction, support and feel empowered in their every day lives. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, young adults and families. My expertise includes providing evidenced-based care for individuals with neurodiversity (Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD), depression, anxiety, identity development, as well as supportive parent management training. I provide both psychotherapy and ASD testing services.
Throughout my career, it has been my passion to support families with identifying strengths, addressing challenges, building family cohesion through communication, compassion, and family values.
Located in Ann Arbor, I provide individual and family therapy, psychological testing and consultation services to children, adolescents, young adults and families to help them find direction, support and feel empowered in their every day lives. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, young adults and families. My expertise includes providing evidenced-based care for individuals with neurodiversity (Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD), depression, anxiety, identity development, as well as supportive parent management training. I provide both psychotherapy and ASD testing services.
I treat clients across the life span on trauma, loss, family and relationship conflict, parenting issues, LGBTQIA identities, existential crises, disordered gambling and behavioral addictions, depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, suicidal ideation, phobias, and thought disorders.
The world in which we live can be a frustrating, disheartening, and difficult landscape to navigate. Having a seasoned and skilled guide can make the difference between distress and sustainable growth with a renewed capacity for joy. I have a deep understanding of the human condition and the dynamic challenges present in the world. I have an innate ability to sit with people at varying stages as they process through complex life challenges. I help clients to confront deeply engrained thoughts and feelings and tailor my therapeutic approach to significantly reduce the distress clients are experiencing.
I treat clients across the life span on trauma, loss, family and relationship conflict, parenting issues, LGBTQIA identities, existential crises, disordered gambling and behavioral addictions, depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, suicidal ideation, phobias, and thought disorders.
The world in which we live can be a frustrating, disheartening, and difficult landscape to navigate. Having a seasoned and skilled guide can make the difference between distress and sustainable growth with a renewed capacity for joy. I have a deep understanding of the human condition and the dynamic challenges present in the world. I have an innate ability to sit with people at varying stages as they process through complex life challenges. I help clients to confront deeply engrained thoughts and feelings and tailor my therapeutic approach to significantly reduce the distress clients are experiencing.
As a clinician with over 25 years of experience, my first goal is to understand you, your circumstances, and where you have come from to help you achieve your goals and improve your well-being. My training includes both doctoral and master’s degrees in social work. I also hold a master’s degree in pastoral counseling and specialize in Christian counseling for those seeking a faith-based perspective. My areas of specialty practice include working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, anger, guilt, addiction, grief and loss, and challenges related to past hurts, life transitions, and relationship and family problems.
As a clinician with over 25 years of experience, my first goal is to understand you, your circumstances, and where you have come from to help you achieve your goals and improve your well-being. My training includes both doctoral and master’s degrees in social work. I also hold a master’s degree in pastoral counseling and specialize in Christian counseling for those seeking a faith-based perspective. My areas of specialty practice include working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, anger, guilt, addiction, grief and loss, and challenges related to past hurts, life transitions, and relationship and family problems.
Erin L Ernst
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, PMH-C, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
I understand that finding a therapist for yourself or your family can be a difficult and overwhelming process, so I am happy to provide a free phone consultation for potential clients.
The treatment relationship is a critical component of successful therapy, and as such it is a cornerstone in my work with all clients. I strive to quickly put clients at ease and provide a safe space where we can work together to identify your strengths and skills, process through significant life events, communicate your feelings, and develop positive coping strategies. When working with children and adolescents, I utilize a collaborative approach and often incorporate parent sessions. As a therapist I prioritize helping all clients to live more confident and meaningful lives.
I understand that finding a therapist for yourself or your family can be a difficult and overwhelming process, so I am happy to provide a free phone consultation for potential clients.
The treatment relationship is a critical component of successful therapy, and as such it is a cornerstone in my work with all clients. I strive to quickly put clients at ease and provide a safe space where we can work together to identify your strengths and skills, process through significant life events, communicate your feelings, and develop positive coping strategies. When working with children and adolescents, I utilize a collaborative approach and often incorporate parent sessions. As a therapist I prioritize helping all clients to live more confident and meaningful lives.
Miles Day
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing issues relating to trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship dynamics by implementing interventions from Emotionally-Focused, Acceptance Commitment, Internal Family Systems, Psychodynamic, and Sensorimotor Therapies.
Have you ever felt stuck in the same cycle over and over no matter how hard you try to break away? These type of patterns can often make it feel impossible to stay connected, be at peace, and thrive. I want you to know there is hope. Together we can explore how past patterns and trauma affect the present while building on your strengths to manifest a feeling of inner strength and freedom. I value creating an affirming therapeutic space where clients of LGBTQ+ identities, kink/sex-positive practices, and polyamorous relationships are safe and welcomed.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing issues relating to trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship dynamics by implementing interventions from Emotionally-Focused, Acceptance Commitment, Internal Family Systems, Psychodynamic, and Sensorimotor Therapies.
Have you ever felt stuck in the same cycle over and over no matter how hard you try to break away? These type of patterns can often make it feel impossible to stay connected, be at peace, and thrive. I want you to know there is hope. Together we can explore how past patterns and trauma affect the present while building on your strengths to manifest a feeling of inner strength and freedom. I value creating an affirming therapeutic space where clients of LGBTQ+ identities, kink/sex-positive practices, and polyamorous relationships are safe and welcomed.
Besides evidence-based individual and family-centered mental health treatment, UCCF also offers a series of specialized programs, including: Applied Behavior Analysis Therapy for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) through our University of Michigan Autism Consultation and Treatment Services (UM-ACTS), an ASD feeding program, and the Early Start Denver Model Parent Training Group.
Welcome! The Mary A. Rackham Institute's (MARI) University Center for the Child and Family (UCCF) offers compassionate, evidence-based, confidential, and culturally humble mental health treatment and testing for children, adolescents, teens, and their families. We serve U-M affiliated families and the local and broader Michigan community. UCCF has a multi-disciplinary staff of psychologists, social workers, a psychiatrist, BCBAs, a speech-language pathologist, and advanced level clinicians-in-training. We are deeply invested in the overall growth and well-being of our diverse clientele. Common presenting concerns include, but are not limited to: anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, parenting management, relationship challenges, grief/loss, testing/evaluation, and behavioral concerns. Our facility was designed with families in mind; our waiting room includes a play room for children, diaper changing stations in all of our restrooms, and child care may be available during appointments depending on U-M student staffing availability.
Besides evidence-based individual and family-centered mental health treatment, UCCF also offers a series of specialized programs, including: Applied Behavior Analysis Therapy for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) through our University of Michigan Autism Consultation and Treatment Services (UM-ACTS), an ASD feeding program, and the Early Start Denver Model Parent Training Group.
Welcome! The Mary A. Rackham Institute's (MARI) University Center for the Child and Family (UCCF) offers compassionate, evidence-based, confidential, and culturally humble mental health treatment and testing for children, adolescents, teens, and their families. We serve U-M affiliated families and the local and broader Michigan community. UCCF has a multi-disciplinary staff of psychologists, social workers, a psychiatrist, BCBAs, a speech-language pathologist, and advanced level clinicians-in-training. We are deeply invested in the overall growth and well-being of our diverse clientele. Common presenting concerns include, but are not limited to: anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, parenting management, relationship challenges, grief/loss, testing/evaluation, and behavioral concerns. Our facility was designed with families in mind; our waiting room includes a play room for children, diaper changing stations in all of our restrooms, and child care may be available during appointments depending on U-M student staffing availability.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.